Manage Leaves, Payroll & HRMS in One App: Zoho People for India

21-07-2025 11:06:59 AM - By Jitender Kumar

All-in-One HRMS for India: Zoho People for Leave, Payroll & More

In today’s fast-paced business environment, HR teams need tools that are not only powerful but also tailored to local needs. Managing employee data, leave, payroll, and compliance across multiple systems is inefficient and error-prone. That’s where Zoho People comes in — an all-in-one HRMS designed to streamline HR operations for Indian businesses of all sizes.

Why Zoho People

Zoho People isn’t just another HR tool. It’s a comprehensive HRMS platform that’s deeply customizable and built to handle the complexities of Indian labor laws, compliance, and employee engagement. Whether you’re an SME or a growing enterprise, Zoho People scales with you.

Key Features / Benefits

🗓️ Leave Management

  • Custom leave policies (sick, casual, earned, etc.)
  • Carry forward and accrual settings
  • Approval workflows and mobile self-service

💸 Payroll Integration
  • Seamless sync with Zoho Payroll (for supported states)
  • Real-time payslip generation
  • Automatic tax, PF, ESI calculations

📋 Attendance & Time Tracking
  • Geo and IP-based check-in/check-out
  • Biometric integrations
  • Shift scheduling and overtime tracking

📁 Employee Database & Lifecycle
  • Digital employee records
  • Onboarding to exit workflows
  • Document management and e-signatures

📊 HR Analytics & Reports
  • Custom dashboards
  • Real-time insights on workforce trends
  • Exportable reports for audits

Step-by-Step Guide / Setup Process

  1. Sign Up and Configure Organization Settings
    Define your company structure, work weeks, and departments.
  2. Create Leave Types and Policies
    Customize policies based on region or employee group.
  3. Add Employees and Roles
    Import bulk data or integrate with Zoho Recruit.
  4. Set Up Attendance and Payroll (Optional)
    Enable shift rules and integrate with Zoho Payroll if needed.
  5. Automate Workflows
    Set up reminders, approvals, and escalations.
  6. Go Live and Monitor with Reports
    Use dashboards and reports to keep everything in check.

Use Cases or Who It’s For

  • Startups that need a compliant and scalable HR system
  • SMBs looking to automate leave and attendance tracking
  • HR Teams managing remote, hybrid, or distributed teams
  • Enterprises integrating HRMS with payroll, finance, and recruitment
  • Businesses with multi-location operations in India

How Kalki Can Help

At Kalki – The Innovation Luminary, we specialize in customizing and implementing Zoho People for Indian businesses. Whether you need help with policy mapping, payroll integration, or employee onboarding automation — our experts ensure your HRMS is configured to perfection.
✔️ End-to-end implementation
✔️ Local compliance configuration
✔️ Employee training and support
✔️ Integration with other Zoho and third-party apps

Wrapping Up: A Smarter Way to Manage HR in India

Zoho People is more than just a digital HR tool — it’s a strategic partner in your business growth journey. By managing leaves, payroll, and HRMS in one place, you save time, stay compliant, and create a better employee experience. For Indian businesses ready to simplify their HR operations, Zoho People is the solution you’ve been waiting for.

Jitender Kumar